The Gut Bacteria Book

Author : Rob Knight
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 51,6 Mb
Release : 2015-04-07
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : 9781476784755

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Follow Your Gut by Rob Knight Pdf

Allergies, asthma, obesity, acne: these are just a few of the conditions that may be caused—and someday cured—by the microscopic life inside us. The key is to understand how this groundbreaking science influences your health, mood, and more. In just the last few years, scientists have shown how the microscopic life within our bodies— particularly within our intestines—has an astonishing impact on our lives. Your health, mood, sleep patterns, eating preferences—even your likelihood of getting bitten by mosquitoes—can be traced in part to the tiny creatures that live on and inside of us. In Follow Your Gut, pioneering scientist Rob Knight pairs with award-winning science journalist Brendan Buhler to explain—with good humor and easy-to-grasp examples—why these new findings matter to everyone. They lead a detailed tour of the previously unseen world inside our bodies, calling out the diseases and conditions believed to be most directly impacted by them. With a practical eye toward deeper knowledge and better decisions, they also explore the known effects of antibiotics, probiotics, diet choice and even birth method on our children’s lifelong health. Ultimately, this pioneering book explains how to learn about your own microbiome and take steps toward understanding and improving your health, using the latest research as a guide.

Author : Dirk Haller
Publisher : Springer
Page : 356 pages
File Size : 44,7 Mb
Release : 2018-07-27
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9783319905457

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The Gut Microbiome in Health and Disease by Dirk Haller Pdf

The book provides an overview on how the gut microbiome contributes to human health. The readers will get profound knowledge on the connection between intestinal microbiota and immune defense systems. The tools of choice to study the ecology of these highly-specialized microorganism communities such as high-throughput sequencing and metagenomic mining will be presented. In addition the most common diseases associated to the composition of the gut flora are discussed in detail. The book will address researchers, clinicians and advanced students working in biomedicine, microbiology and immunology.

Author : Ujjwal Sonika,Medha Kapoor
Publisher : Nova Science Publishers
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 55,6 Mb
Release : 2021
Category : Disease management
ISBN : 1536190845

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Gut Bacteria by Ujjwal Sonika,Medha Kapoor Pdf

"This book provides the bird's eye view of the latest scientific research centered around the importance of gut bacteria in influencing our health and well-being and their impact on lifestyle diseases. The scientific information is presented in an easy-to-understand language while being interspersed with fun-facts and anecdotal accounts, which entertain the audience while helping them acquire this fundamental and relevant scientific knowledge. The authors explain in a lay-person friendly terminology about the role of gut bacteria in determining the state of both our physical and mental well-being. The authors then share insights about the role of gut bacteria in predisposition to various lifestyle diseases such as diabetes, obesity, metabolic syndrome, and response to stress, utilizing the latest published scientific research in peer-reviewed journals. -"What are the gut bacteria?" -"What are the various factors which affect their composition and numbers?" "How do they perform such vital functions?" -"How do they protect us from the biggest killers of today's mankind- the lifestyle diseases?" -And most importantly, "how can we harness this knowledge for our benefit?" This book answers these questions in an easy language for readers without any background in biology. The information provided in the book is useful to anyone who wants to lead a healthy life. It is worth reading even for the health care professionals as their current curriculum does not entail extensive information about the gut-bacteria and their significance in determining our health"--

Author : Alessio Fasano,Susie Flaherty
Publisher : MIT Press
Page : 551 pages
File Size : 43,8 Mb
Release : 2021-03-16
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780262044271

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Gut Feelings by Alessio Fasano,Susie Flaherty Pdf

Why the microbiome--our rich inner ecosystem of microorganisms--may hold the keys to human health. We are at the dawn of a new scientific revolution. Our understanding of how to treat and prevent diseases has been transformed by knowledge of the microbiome--the rich ecosystem of microorganisms that is in and on every human. These microbial hitchhikers may hold the keys to human health. In Gut Feelings, Alessio Fasano and Susie Flaherty show why we must go beyond the older, myopic view of microorganisms as our enemies to a broader understanding of the microbiome as a parallel civilization that we need to understand, respect, and engage with for the benefit of our own health.

Author : Ara Katz,Seed
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 2021-09-30
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1953955193

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A Kids Book about Your Microbiome by Ara Katz,Seed Pdf

Author : Susan L. Prescott,Alan C. Logan
Publisher : New Society Publishers
Page : 386 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 2017-09-01
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : 9781550926460

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The Secret Life of Your Microbiome by Susan L. Prescott,Alan C. Logan Pdf

Immerse Yourself in Nature and Nourish Your Microbiome for Optimal Health For too long our bodies have been viewed as capsules, sealed off and protected from 'bugs' by our immune systems and an arsenal of antibiotics, pesticides, processed foods, and antibacterial soaps. The more insulated from nature, the better. The Secret Life of Your Microbiome shatters this deeply held myth, presenting a revolutionary new paradigm, backed by vast science; we're deeply connected to the biodiversity of nature through our microbiomes, the rich microbial ecosystem of our guts and skin, and this connection is essential to health and happiness. From sugar-rich diets wiping out good gut bacteria and exacerbating depression, to microbes mediating phytonutrient absorption in the brain, to inflammation and cancer, the influence of biodiversity on our bodies is everywhere. The great communicator is our immune system, a 'mobile brain' that interacts with micro-organisms in and around us with profound health consequences. Written with pace, clarity, and humor by world-renowned scientists in immunology, nutrition, and environmental health, The Secret Life of Your Microbiome makes the irrefutable case that health and happiness depends fundamentally on the health of biodiversity, and shows how we can nurture this nature. Dr. Susan L. Prescott, MD, PhD is an internationally acclaimed immunologist and pediatrician. She has authored 250 scientific papers and The Allergy Epidemic , The Calling , and Origins . Dr. Alan C. Logan ND is a naturopathic doctor and researcher, a trusted media commentator, and co-author of Your Brain on Nature and The Clear Skin Diet . He and Prescott live in New York and Perth, Australia.

Author : Harry J. Flint
Publisher : Springer
Page : 163 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 2020-05-19
Category : Medical
ISBN : 3030432459

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Why Gut Microbes Matter by Harry J. Flint Pdf

Given the at times confusing new information concerning the human microbiome released over the last few years, this book seeks to put the research field into perspective for non-specialists. Addressing a timely topic, it breaks down recent research developments in a way that everyone with a scientific background can understand. The book discusses why microorganisms are vital to our lives and how our nutrition influences the interaction with our own gut bacteria. In turn, it goes into more detail on how microbial communities are organised and why they are able to survive in the unique environment of our intestines. Readers will also learn about how their personal microbial profile is as unique as their fingerprint, and how it can be affected by a healthy or unhealthy lifestyle. Thanks to the open and easy-to-follow language used, the book offers an overview for all readers with a basic understanding of biology, and sheds new light on this fascinating and important part of our bodies.

Author : Ana Maria R. Moise
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Page : 247 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 2017-10-27
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : 9798216093589

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The Gut Microbiome by Ana Maria R. Moise Pdf

This accessibly written, comprehensive summary of research findings on the gut microbiome and its implications for health and disease—a topic of growing interest and concern—serves as an essential resource for teachers and students. Most people know that the digestive tract contains billions of helpful gut bacteria, but how does the gut microbiome affect our health? What exactly do these bacteria do, and what are the negative effects when these microorganisms are harmed by what we eat and do? What impacts might they have on conditions such as irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), obesity, and autism? This book provides an accessible, holistic introduction to the study of the human gut microbiome and its effects on digestion and disease—one of the newest and most rapidly expanding fields in medicine today. The gut microbiome is known as "the forgotten organ" because it is not identified as part of the human body per se, yet it has an immense influence on many systems in the body. The Gut Microbiome: Exploring the Connection between Microbes, Diet, and Health explains what the microbiome is, the many functions it serves, how it can be either harmed or supported by our actions, and the role it may play in various diseases and in determining our overall health. The book examines the various potential causes of imbalance in the microbiome, such as diet and other lifestyle factors, and then identifies strategies for improving human health by protecting the gut microbiota. The science-based information is detailed but accessible to general readers or students without extensive background knowledge.

Author : Katie Brosnan
Publisher : Cicada Books
Page : 44 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 2020-05-16
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781800660014

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Gut Garden by Katie Brosnan Pdf

A visual exploration of the universe that exists within our own bodies. Within our bodies hides an entire world of organisms called microbes. They boost our immune systems, digest our food, regulate our metabolism and even impact on our mental health. Through Katie Brosnan’s personable illustrations, we follow the digestive process from the moment the food enters our mouths to the moment waste leaves our bodies. Along the way we learn about this fascinating scientific frontier and gain an insight into the vast ecosystem that exists inside us.

Author : Justin Sonnenburg,Erica Sonnenburg
Publisher : Penguin Books
Page : 322 pages
File Size : 41,5 Mb
Release : 2016-05-03
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : 9780143108085

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The Good Gut by Justin Sonnenburg,Erica Sonnenburg Pdf

This book offers a new plan for health that focuses on how to nourish your microbiota, including recipes and a menu plan. The authors show how we can strengthen the community that inhabits our gut and thereby improve our own health. They look at safe alternatives to antibiotics; dietary and lifestyle choices to encourage microbial health; the management of the aging microb? and the nourishment of your own individual microbiome.

Author : B. Brett Finlay OC, PhD,Jessica M. Finlay PhD
Publisher : Douglas & McIntyre
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 2019-02-02
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781771622219

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The Whole-Body Microbiome by B. Brett Finlay OC, PhD,Jessica M. Finlay PhD Pdf

Science has made huge leaps in prolonging life through disease prevention and treatment, but microbiologist Brett Finlay and gerontologist Jessica Finlay offer a different—and truly revolutionary—approach to the quest for the fountain of youth. Microbes are the oldest and smallest forms of life on earth, and encompass bacteria, viruses, protozoa, fungi and other microscopic organisms. While some bacteria and viruses can make us sick, normally we coexist peacefully with microbes. In fact, they are essential to our everyday health. Microbes help break down food in the digestive tract, support immune function and protect us from the pathogens we come into contact with on a daily basis. Our well-being is intimately tied to the microbes that surround us—on our cellphones, kitchen sponges, houseplants, pets and desks. In this groundbreaking volume, the authors present current and emerging research on microbial interventions for the full gamut of age-related conditions, from sun spots and wrinkles to Alzheimer’s disease, cancer, osteoporosis, menopause, chronic inflammation and more. The good news is that simple changes to nutrition and lifestyle can promote the right kind of microbial exposure, to improve health whether we’re eighteen or eighty. Incorporating interviews with leading microbiologists, scientific researchers and medical professionals, and with a compelling and proactive approach to cutting-edge science, The Whole-Body Microbiome will appeal to anyone looking to grow old as healthfully and gracefully as possible.

Author : Edward Ishiguro,Natasha Haskey,Kristina Campbell
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 282 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 2023-06-22
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9780323913898

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Gut Microbiota by Edward Ishiguro,Natasha Haskey,Kristina Campbell Pdf

Building off the success of the first edition, Gut Microbiota: Interactive Effects on Nutrition and Health, Second Edition, details the complex relationship between diet, the gut microbiota, and health. This second edition expands its coverage of emerging practical applications in nutrition and medicine. Covering topics such as the ecological concepts that apply to the gut microbiota and the effects of aging on the gut microbiome, among others, this book is sure to be a welcome resource to microbiome science trainees, food and nutrition researchers working in academia, and industry and healthcare professionals giving dietary recommendations to the general public. Presents diet, the gut microbiota, and health in a way that helps the reader interpret the value of related consumer tests and products Includes frequently asked questions that help clinicians provide succinct answers to their patients or clients Covers gut microbiota in the context of nutrition research and analyzes gaps in current knowledge to shape the design of future studies in this field

Author : Masha D'yans
Publisher : Millbrook Press TM
Page : 40 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 2022-08-01
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781728466446

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A Garden in Your Belly by Masha D'yans Pdf

Audisee® eBooks with Audio combine professional narration and sentence highlighting for an engaging read aloud experience! “A Garden in Your Belly's colorful world helped me wake up...This book is as powerful as it is beautiful!” —Eric Carle, author of The Very Hungry Caterpillar Your belly is full of tiny creatures—and they love to eat! Along the river of your gut, tiny creatures move, eat, and grow. Learn more about the garden of microscopic flora growing inside the body and come on a journey that explains an important biological concept: the microbiome, the health of which affects everything in our bodies. Did you know that some foods are better for your microbiome (and you!) than others? Striking, original watercolor illustrations keep things from getting too gross. Informational back matter goes further into the science of the microbiome and reveals amazing facts about the gut.

Author : Lisa MacFarlane,Alana Macfarlane
Publisher : Rizzoli Publications
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 2021-02-02
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : 9781911663478

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The Gut Stuff by Lisa MacFarlane,Alana Macfarlane Pdf

Demystifying the buzz words of gut health and microbiome, this book explains clearly the importance of fiber in our diets. Most people now know just how important the gut is to our health and wellbeing, including its impact on our digestive and immune systems and on diseases such as cancer, Alzheimer's, Parkinson's and even mental health, but so much of the information out there is hard to understand or doesn't offer realistic solutions. Alana and Lisa Macfarlane have spent the past few years interviewing top-notch gut pros: scientists, academics, chefs and foodies to get the real scoop and science behind what we eat. The book offers practical and achievable advice in a fun and accessible way and explains what gut health is and why it is so relevant today. The science behind mind and body and how they are linked, including the gut's effect on sleep, anxiety, immunity, and skin are covered, along with practical advice on what can be done to improve gut health.

Author : C.S.M. Cowan,B.E. Leonard
Publisher : Karger Medical and Scientific Publishers
Page : 158 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 2021-05-06
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9783318068566

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Microbes and the Mind by C.S.M. Cowan,B.E. Leonard Pdf

Interest in the mind-body connection has grown in recent years, with accumulating evidence showing that the gut microbiome can alter behavioral, neural, and psychological outcomes. This publication brings together a group of international experts who are investigating the microbiome and its potential to contribute to the causes and treatment of mental illness. The contributions are not aimed solely at specialists in clinical and experimental neuroscience. They cover a range of key topics, including the role of the microbiome in mental health and specific psychiatric disorders that occur across the lifespan, interactions with the immune system, diet, and pharmacological interventions. Furthermore, the microbial metabolite production and the potential for psychobiotic interventions that target the microbiome to improve mental health outcomes are discussed. This book is unique in its focus on the mechanisms and consequences of the activities of gut microorganisms in mental health and illness, providing expert insight into the current state of the art and important future directions for this emerging area of research. Additionally, it provides an excellent knowledge base for newcomers and a refresher for researchers and clinicians working in the fields of neuroscience, psychology, or psychiatry.